Ebony Alert Issued for Missing Oakland 12-Year-Old
The California Highway Patrol has issued an Ebony Alert for Kierre White, who was last seen in Oakland on Wednesday.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Pre-Teens
Authorities have launched an Ebony Alert for 12-year-old Kierre White, who vanished on Wednesday afternoon. He was last seen in the area of 25th Street and San Pablo Avenue in Oakland.
Why it matters
The Ebony Alert is a specialized notification system designed to help locate missing Black youth by rapidly disseminating information to the public. Swift identification of missing minors is critical to ensuring their safe return to their families.
Kierre White is described as 5 feet 3 inches tall and weighing 140 pounds. He was last seen wearing a black shirt, black jeans, and black shoes, and is believed to be traveling on foot.
The players
Kierre White
Kierre White is the 12-year-old boy who is the subject of the active Ebony Alert.
California Highway Patrol
The California Highway Patrol is the state law enforcement agency responsible for issuing the alert and coordinating the search.
The details
Kierre White went missing near the intersection of 25th Street and San Pablo Avenue. The California Highway Patrol is currently handling the search efforts within the Alameda County jurisdiction.
Timeline
Kierre White was last seen at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 30, 2026.
Culture Shift
The use of the Ebony Alert reflects a broader societal shift toward creating targeted emergency notification systems for vulnerable populations. This move marks a departure from traditional, broad missing-person reporting by addressing specific gaps in the recovery of Black youth.
Residents in the vicinity of 25th Street and San Pablo Avenue should remain vigilant and report any sightings of the missing minor to local law enforcement. Community awareness of his description and clothing helps maximize the effectiveness of the ongoing search efforts.
The takeaway
Public alerts are most effective when local residents are familiar with the reporting procedures for missing children. Staying informed through official alerts helps the community act quickly when a child disappears in their neighborhood.
Further reading
Learn more about local support services for families in the Pre-Teens section.
